Advancing policy research, sustainable development goals, and community empowerment through consultancy, capacity building, and interdisciplinary academic inquiry rooted in the Odisha context.
55Scopus Articles
34WoS Publications
21Members
SDG Alignment
"Carrying out research to incorporate sustainable development goals and promote awareness among all stakeholders — building capacity, designing interventions, and creating a more equitable and just society."
— Centre Mission Statement
Centre Overview
Governing for a Sustainable Tomorrow
The Centre for Governance and Sustainable Societies (CGSS) at CUTM is dedicated to research, policy analysis, and community engagement in the domains of governance, social equity, and sustainable development. Established in August 2020, the centre brings together scholars from social sciences, development studies, law, and management to address complex societal challenges.
The centre focuses on capacity building through conferences, webinars, seminars, and field exposure visits. It conducts brainstorming sessions and workshops to design effective development interventions, and carries out consultancy projects and academic research to support institutions, government bodies, and communities.
"Building the ecosystem of knowledge and practice that connects research to real-world governance outcomes — from FPO development to educational policy and gender equity."
10 out of 11 parameters met — consistent top-tier performance
Research Focus
Key Thematic Areas
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Governance & Policy Research
Examining local governance structures, institutional effectiveness, policy design, and public administration reforms. Research on Panchayati Raj institutions, urban local bodies, and democratic decentralisation.
Local GovernancePolicy AnalysisDecentralisation
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Sustainable Development Goals
Embedding the 17 UN SDGs into institutional and community practice. Research on clean energy access, zero hunger, poverty alleviation, and responsible consumption across Odisha's rural and tribal regions.
SDG IntegrationRural DevelopmentClean Energy
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Gender & Social Equity
Research on gender-based violence, women's empowerment, domestic violence during crises (ICSSR-funded study during COVID-19), and equitable access to resources among marginalised communities.
Gender StudiesICSSR ResearchEmpowerment
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Education Policy
Policy research on skill-integrated education, recognition of prior learning, higher education access, and sustainable entrepreneurship education — including major Norwegian-funded international projects.
Research on natural resource management, FPO (Farmer Producer Organisation) development, tribal and rural livelihood systems, and community-based enterprise models aligned with sustainable development.
FPO DevelopmentNRMLivelihoods
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Social Impact Research
Action research and impact assessment for community programmes, CSR projects, and development interventions. Designing M&E frameworks, conducting baseline and end-line studies, and advising organisations on social outcomes.
Impact AssessmentM&EConsultancy
Our Methodology
How We Work
The centre operates through a participatory, community-engaged model that combines rigorous academic inquiry with actionable policy recommendations and field-based capacity building.
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Conferences, Webinars & Seminars
Hosting national and international dialogues to bring together policymakers, researchers, civil society, and community voices around shared development challenges.
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Brainstorming & Co-design Workshops
Facilitated workshops with stakeholders to co-design development interventions, policy frameworks, and community programmes grounded in local realities.
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Consultancy & Applied Research
Providing evidence-based consultancy to government bodies, NGOs, and development organisations on governance reform, livelihood programmes, and social sector strategy.
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Field Exposure & Capacity Building
Organising immersive exposure visits and training programmes for faculty and students to connect academic learning with real-world social and governance contexts.
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Publication & Knowledge Dissemination
Producing peer-reviewed articles, policy briefs, working papers, and books to share research findings with academic and practitioner communities nationally and internationally.
What We Do
Centre Activities
A full record of programmes, workshops, conferences, and outreach events organised by CGSS.
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8–9 January 2026
International Conference on Innovation, Business & Digital Transformation (INNOVA 2026)
Organized by the School of Management, CUTM, INNOVA 2026 served as a global platform for academicians, researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers. The event received 96 research paper submissions across six thematic areas through twelve parallel technical sessions covering digital marketing, AI, FinTech, sustainability, governance, and entrepreneurship. Conveners: Dr. Shiv Sankar Das & Dr. Ronismita Mishra.
Conference96 PapersInternational
29–31 January 2026
B-School Meet & Tarang Bazaar under VIBRANZ 2026
Three-day event combining academic competitions, entrepreneurial exposure, cultural performances, and entertainment. Competitions included Crack the Case, Battle of Brains, Sur Sangam, Step Battle, Walk of Fame, Videography, Photography, and E-Sports (BGMI/Free Fire). Tarang Bazaar gave students real-time entrepreneurial exposure. 700+ participants from various universities.
Management Event700+ ParticipantsEntrepreneurship
6 February 2026
Workshop: SDGs and Sustainability in Business
Workshop at Hall No. 6, Aryabhatta Building, 3:00–5:00 PM. Resource Person: Mr. Arjan de Haan, Senior Program Specialist, Climate Adaptation and Resilience (CLARE), IDRC. Covered sustainable value chains, climate resilience, ESG frameworks, and innovation for long-term sustainability. Students discussed how management graduates can contribute to sustainable business transformation.
WorkshopSDG 13IDRC Partnership
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7 February 2026
Session: Sustainable Development Goals — A Pathway to Inclusive and Sustainable Growth
10:30–11:30 AM at Hall No. 6, Aryabhatta Building, in collaboration with CCCDC. Resource Person: Prof. Jen Dollin, Professor of Practice, Institutional Mentoring and Sustainability, CUTM. She highlighted the significance of SDGs in fostering inclusive development, sustainable growth, and responsible institutional practices. Active participation from students and faculty.
Expert SessionSDGsCCCDC
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8–28 February 2026
Social (Rural) Immersion Program — GITAM University & MBA (ABM), CUTM PKD
A key experiential learning initiative with 400 GITAM University students and 8 faculty members across four phases, plus 10 MBA (ABM) students and 6 CUTM PKD faculty. Five villages from Gumma Block were selected for community engagement, facilitated by Mother Teresa Charitable Trust. Activities included household surveys, farmer interactions, PAR activities, and panchayat discussions. Total program value: ₹33,00,000.
Rural Immersion400 StudentsGITAM Partnership
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17 February 2026
Workshop: Gender Equality Matters
2:30–3:30 PM at Hall No. 6, Aryabhatta Building. Delivered by Dr. Smita Mishra Panda, Professor at SoM, in collaboration with CCCDC. Focused on SDG 5 (Gender Equality) with themes of gender equity in leadership, eliminating bias, creating safe inclusive spaces, and equal opportunities. Participants engaged in discussions on gender norms, institutional responsibilities, and campus ecosystem improvements.
WorkshopSDG 5Gender Equality
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21 February 2026
One-Day Workshop: From Insight to Impact — Professional Consulting Skills
Held at Aqua Hall. Resource Person: Mr. Satyajit Senapati, Founder, FocussedMinds. Workshop introduced Issue Tree Analysis, the MECE Principle, and hypothesis-driven problem solving. Coordinated by Dr. Shiv Sankar Das and Dr. Ronismita Mishra. 45 participants benefitted from hands-on consulting exercises and presentation activities. Revenue generated: ₹45,000.
Skill Workshop45 ParticipantsIndustry Connect
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28 February 2026
Workshop: 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing
Resource Person: Dr. Bijaya Bijeta Nayak, Associate Professor, School of Mechanical Engineering, KIIT University. 40 MBA students participated. Workshop covered fundamentals, technologies, materials, and real-world applications across healthcare, automotive, and manufacturing. Highlighted rapid prototyping, mass customization, and entrepreneurial opportunities in additive manufacturing.
Technology Workshop40 StudentsIndustry 4.0
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February–March 2026
Workshop: Advanced Excel and Digital Accounting using Tally
Coordinated by Dr. Rajani Agrawalla and Dr. Jyotirmayee Sahoo. Sessions conducted by Dr. Sunil Kumar Das Bendi, CA Jagannath Patro, CA Binay Bose, and Mr. Jiten Rout. 36 B.Com students participated in practical sessions on payroll accounting, GST-based voucher entries in Tally, and Excel applications. Revenue: ₹34,965.
Skill Workshop36 StudentsFinance & Accounts
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20 March 2026
Workshop: Decoding the Distribution Journey in the Digital Age
An insightful workshop offering real-life perspectives on the evolving digital marketing landscape. Students gained meaningful exposure to key concepts, contemporary tools, and industry practices, enhancing their understanding of digital marketing and its practical applications in supply chains and customer engagement.
Digital MarketingWorkshopIndustry Connect
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23 March 2026
Expert Talk: Decoding GST — Efficiency vs Equity
Resource Persons: Dr. Chandan Kumar Mohanty, XIM University, and Dr. Kirti Ranjan Paltasingh, Ravenshaw University. Coordinated by Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sahoo. Session emphasized the balance between economic efficiency and equity in GST, with practical examples on real-world business and societal impact, fostering critical thinking on fiscal policy.
Expert TalkPublic FinanceCCCDC
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March 2026
Interaction with ICU, Japan Students on Clean Energy
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das engaged with students from International Christian University, Japan, on the theme "Diffusion of Clean Energy Products in Rural Areas." Visiting students explored CUTM's sustainable initiatives and innovative models for promoting clean energy adoption and rural development. The session facilitated meaningful knowledge exchange on sustainability and community-driven impact.
International ExchangeSDG 7Clean Energy
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17–18 April 2026
National Workshop: Startup Ecosystem in India — Innovation, Incubation & Investment
Organized online by the Department of Agricultural Extension Education, M.S. Swaminathan School of Agriculture, CUTM, in collaboration with CGSS. 250+ participants attended. Experts discussed Startup India, incubation centres, venture capital, angel investment, and real-life agricultural startup case studies. Organized by Dr. Ashok Kumar, Head, Dept. of Agricultural Extension. Revenue: ₹74,072.
National Workshop250+ ParticipantsAgri-Startups
2026 Milestone
NISM Test Centre Approval — First University in Odisha
CUTM's School of Management received formal approval as an authorized NISM (National Institute of Securities Markets) Test Centre — the first university in Odisha with this designation. The Centre operates under Dr. Jyotirmayee Sahoo (Compliance Officer) and Mr. Nrusinha Das (System Administrator). NISM-approved invigilators: Dr. Swetalina Mishra, Dr. Rajani Agrawalla, Ms. Anindita Bosu, and Mr. Subham Sahoo.
MilestoneFinance EducationFirst in Odisha
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May 2025
2-Day Workshop on Foundations of SDGs: Understanding, Integrating and Applying for Sustainable Futures
Successfully sensitized participants to global and national dimensions of sustainable development. Through conceptual discussions, case studies, group activities, and action planning, participants meaningfully connected theory with practice. Emphasized India's SDG priorities, collaborative approaches, and implementation frameworks. 29 participants; coordinated by Dr. Shiv Sankar Das. Revenue: ₹29,000.
WorkshopSDGs29 Participants
12–13 May 2025
Two-Day Power BI Workshop for Faculty
Organized in collaboration with CGSS for faculty development. Offered theoretical understanding and hands-on training on data loading, cleaning, modelling, and dashboard creation. Day 2 featured group presentations with custom-built dashboards. 13 faculty members benefitted. Resource person: Mr. Sibasis Mohanty. Certificates distributed to participants with full attendance and task completion.
Faculty DevelopmentData Analytics13 Faculty
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20–24 June 2025
5-Day English Teacher's Training Program under CHSE
44 English lecturers from institutions across Odisha participated. Objectives included strengthening pedagogical approaches, enhancing communication and learner engagement, introducing innovative digital tools in ESL/EFL teaching. Sessions covered communicative language teaching, technology integration, microteaching, role-play, and content design exercises. Revenue: ₹4,12,500.
Teacher Training44 LecturersCHSE Funded
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June 2025
MoU Signed with Bharat Rural Livelihood Foundation (BRLF)
CUTM signed a Memorandum of Understanding with BRLF to collaborate on research, documentation, training and skill development, and field-level demonstrations and trials. This partnership focuses on agricultural development and farmers' empowerment in the tribal regions of Odisha. The MoU will remain in effect for three years, concluding in June 2028.
MoUTribal Farmers3-Year Partnership
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30 June – 4 July 2025
5-Day FDP for Senior Lecturers from Government Polytechnic Colleges across Odisha
33 participants attended this Faculty Development Program aimed at enhancing pedagogical and leadership capacities. Sessions covered innovative teaching methodologies, leadership and strategic management, digital transformation, and industry-academia collaboration. Features included hands-on labs, case-based learning, and daily yoga sessions. Revenue: ₹13,89,290.
FDP33 LecturersDTET, GOO Funded
19 July 2025
Pre-Conference: 13th Indian Social Work Conference 2025
Organized by the Department of Social Work, CDOE, Utkal University. Theme: "Integrating Mental Health and Spiritual Health in Community Well-being." CUTM's Vice Chancellor graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Over 200 social work students, faculty members, and practitioners participated enthusiastically.
Pre-Conference200+ ParticipantsMental Health
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1 August 2025
Inauguration of the Nutritional Club
Organized at CRC-I, Board Room–2 at 4:30 PM. A student-centric initiative aimed at promoting nutritional awareness, healthy lifestyles, and overall well-being. Coordinated by Ms. S. N. Sandhya (Vice Principal, School of Nursing) and Ms. Akkamahadevi Naik (Dept. of Agricultural Extension). Emphasized integration of nutrition, agriculture, and healthcare education.
Undertaken by MBA (1st Year) students as part of Experiential Learning, the Sangam Design Sales Project successfully bridged classroom learning with real-world sales experience. Students generated total sales of ₹16,950 over two days through products such as bags, apparel, and home furnishings — gaining hands-on entrepreneurial exposure.
Organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering in collaboration with SoM and CGSS. 82 participants at Hall No. 6, Aryabhatta Building. Promoted awareness of solar energy technologies, smart manufacturing, and sustainable development models. Participants expressed high satisfaction with practical demonstrations. Coordinated by Dr. Shiv Sankar Das and Dr. Debashree Debadatta Behera. Revenue: ₹41,000.
Technical Workshop82 ParticipantsClean Energy
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October 2025
Expert Talk: Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice through the Feminist Anthropocene
Delivered by Dr. Pallavi, Faculty at Southern New Hampshire University, USA. The session provided critical insights into contemporary debates on gender, sustainability, and social justice, exploring how feminist perspectives can inform inclusive development and equitable governance in the Anthropocene era.
Expert TalkGender StudiesInternational Speaker
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28 October 2025
Pre-Conference Lecture: 13th Indian Social Work Conference (Virtual)
7:00–8:30 PM virtual session. Featured Prof. Bipin Jojo, TISS, on "Ecosocial Work and Tribal Futures: Governance, Land Rights and Sustainable Community Resilience in Odisha," and Dr. Satu Ranta-Tyrkkö, University of Jyväskylä, on "Technology, Ecosocial Work and the Sustainability Transition: Impacts, Ethics and Practice." Active participation from academicians, practitioners, and students.
Virtual LectureSocial WorkInternational Speakers
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6–8 November 2025
13th Indian Social Work Conference 2025 at CUTM
500+ delegates from 27 States and UTs. Theme: "Technology, Innovation, and Society: Challenges and Opportunities for Eco-Social Work and Sustainable Development." Organized in collaboration with NAPSWI, OPSWA, supported by ICSSR. Featured plenary sessions, keynotes, technical sessions, and thematic forums on digital inclusion, climate justice, AI ethics, and indigenous knowledge systems. Concluded with the adoption of the Bhubaneswar Declaration. Revenue: ₹19,50,000.
National Conference500+ DelegatesICSSR Supported
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November 2025
Interactive Session with Ms. Sofia Firdous, Hon'ble MLA, Cuttack-Barabati
Ms. Firdous shared her remarkable journey from successful entrepreneur to public life. Her reflections and passion deeply motivated students throughout the session. During a visit to the university's production units and Pollinator's Paradise, she expressed appreciation for the institution's innovation-driven ecosystem and conveyed interest in future visits to explore more initiatives.
Guest SessionPolicy & GovernanceWomen Leadership
10–15 November 2025
One-Week Residential Training for Joint Directors & Principals of Govt. ITIs of Uttar Pradesh
30 participants from Govt. ITIs of UP attended. Training covered Industry 4.0 & 5.0, AI, IoT, AR/VR, Renewable Energy, Waste-to-Wealth technologies, Drone Technology, Blockchain, and NEP 2020 implementation, plus sessions on leadership, branding, and skilling ecosystems. Concluded with a formal graduation ceremony graced by senior government officials. Revenue: ₹6,73,740.
Residential Training30 PrincipalsGovt. UP Funded
2025
Skill Training Program for Class XII Students — SPEFL Trade (DHSE)
Organized in collaboration with DHSE for students of Class XII in the trade of SPEFL (Sports, Physical Education, Fitness, Leisure Skill Council). Two batches were conducted with 54 and 50 students respectively, for a total of 104 participants. Coordinated by Dr. Ajay Kumar Nayak, Dr. Shiv Sankar Das, and Mr. Sudhansu Sekhar. Total Revenue: ₹7,19,294.
Skill Training104 StudentsDHSE Funded
55Scopus Publications
34WoS Publications
26Research Projects
₹1.5Cr+External Funding
21RC Members
Revenue & Impact
Training Programs Conducted
2026 Programs (Jan–May)
Year
Faculty Responsible
Funding
Program Title
Amount (₹)
Participants
2026
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das & Dr. Ronismita Mishra
Students Registration
From Insight to Impact: Professional Consulting Skills Workshop
45,000
45
Dr. Rajani Agrawalla & Dr. Jyotirmayee Sahoo
Students Registration
Workshop on Advance Excel and Digital Accounting using Tally
34,965
36
Mr. Veer Pratap & Team
GITAM
Social (Rural) Immersion Program for GITAM University
33,00,000
399
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das & Dr. Ronismita Mishra (Conveners)
Participants Registration
INNOVA Conference
4,45,000
96
Dr. Rajani Agrawalla, Dr. Jyotirmayee Sahoo, Ms. Debadeepti Jagaty
Participants Registration
Vibranz and Tarang Bazar 2026
5,62,500
700
Ms. Debadeepti Jagaty
Students Sales
Contribution of students in SDM Project
40,280
64
Dr. Rajani Agrawalla
Students Sales
Selling of CUTM Products
3,71,577
60
Dr. Ashok Kumar
Students Registration
Workshop on Startup Ecosystem
74,072
250+
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das
Diafit Sales
Product Sales
33,770
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Dr. Shiv Sankar Das & Ms. Anindita Bosu
Participants Registration
FDP on Research Methodology and Data Analysis (incl. Multivariate Analysis & PLS-SEM)
89,600
101
Total 2026
49,96,764
2025 Programs (Jun–Dec)
Year
Faculty Responsible
Funding
Program Title
Amount (₹)
Participants
2025
Dr. Ajay Kumar Nayak, Prof. KVD Prakash, Dr. Shiv Sankar Das
DTET, GOO
Training for Principals of Govt Polytechnic, ITIs, and Faculty
13,89,290
133
Dr. Ajay Kumar Nayak, Dr. Shiv Sankar Das, Mr. Sudhansu Sekhar
DHSE
Skill Training — Class XII, SPEFL Trade (Batch 1)
2,29,594
54
Dr. Ajay Kumar Nayak, Dr. Shiv Sankar Das, Prof. KVD Prakash
CHSE
CHSE Training Program for English Faculty
4,12,500
50
Prof. KVD Prakash, Dr. Ajay Kumar Nayak, Ms. Monalisa Ghosh, Dr. Shiv Sankar Das
Govt. UP
1-Week Residential Training for Principals of Govt. ITI, UP
6,73,740
30
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das
Students Registration
2-Day Workshop on Foundations of SDGs
29,000
29
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das & Dr. Debashree Behera
Students Registration
2-Day Workshop on Solar Energy, Smart Manufacturing & Sustainability
41,000
41
Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sahoo
ICSSR, Private
13th Indian Social Work Conference
19,50,000
500
Dr. Ajay Kumar Nayak, Prof. KVD Prakash, Dr. Shiv Sankar Das
DHSE
Skill Training — Class XII, SPEFL Trade (Batch 2)
4,89,700
50
Dr. Kameswar Rao
Aries Agro Limited
Training for Employees of Aries Agro Limited
61,000
4
Total 2025
52,75,824
Research Output
Selected Publications
Funded Research
Women and Domestic Violence During Times of COVID-19: Insights from Odisha
Beyond the Mines: Socio-Economic & Environmental Impacts of Mining Suspension on Adivasis in Odisha
PI: Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sahoo · Advanced Research Grant (ARG), ANRF, Govt. of India · Sanctioned: ₹52,62,216 · Dec 2025
Springer (CSR 2025)
Empowering Energy Sustainability: Centurion University's Commitment to SDG-7
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das, S.M. Panda, R.C. Mohanty, D.D. Behera · Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on CSR and Sustainable Development, Springer, 2026
Discover Sustainability (Q1)
Livestock Vulnerability and Holistic Approaches to Loss and Damage Assessment
Sasmita Behera, Amarendra Das, Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sahoo · Springer Nature, Discover Sustainability, IF: 3.0, March 2026
Taylor & Francis
Harnessing Predictive Analytics for Optimizing SDG-Focused Investments
CMA Ajit Kumar Sabat, Debadeepti Jagaty, Dr. Rajani Agrawalla et al. · Book Chapter, Taylor and Francis, Jan 2026
IEEE Conference
AI Tutors and Virtual Classrooms: Bridging Gaps in Access to Quality Education
Mr. Kamalesh Chawda, Dr. Sisir Ranjan Dash, Dr. Rajani Agrawalla, Mr. Amit Kumar, Dr. Padmalaya Sarangi · IEEE Conference Proceedings
Routledge
Social Exclusion of Transgender Groups and their Well-Being in India
Dr. Smita Mishra Panda · Book Chapter in "Social Exclusion, Inequality and Protest under Globalisation in India," Routledge, London, Nov 2025
Recognition
Awards & Milestones
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ANRF Advanced Research Grant — ₹52,62,216
Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sahoo awarded the prestigious ANRF (Anusandhan National Research Foundation) Advanced Research Grant as Principal Investigator for "Beyond the Mines: Socio-Economic and Environmental Impacts of Mining Suspension on Adivasis in Odisha." Dec 2025.
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Dr. Ajay Parida Young Scientist Award
Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sahoo honoured at the 16th Odisha Environment Congress 2025, Rama Devi Women's University, in recognition of outstanding research contributions. Award comprised a memento, certificate, and cash prize of ₹5,000.
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Seed Money Grant — IoT-Based Paper Shredder Project
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das and Dr. Swarna Prabha received a Seed Money Grant of ₹1,25,000 for the "Design and Development of an IoT-Based Paper Shredding Machine (10 kg capacity)" — a six-month innovation and applied research project.
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NISM Test Centre — First in Odisha
CUTM's School of Management became the first university in Odisha to receive authorization as an NISM Test Centre, enabling the conduct of nationally recognized securities market certification examinations on campus.
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NPTEL Certifications
Dr. Jyotirmayee Sahoo, Dr. Debadeepti Jagaty, and Dr. Mangvung Hemminlal Haokip successfully qualified and received certifications from NPTEL, reflecting the centre's commitment to continuous faculty development.
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Editorial Appointment — SRESTHAKAM Journal
Dr. Rajani Agrawalla inducted as Associate Editor of the International Journal SRESTHAKAM (Scientific Research, Engineering, Science, Technology, Humanities and Advanced Knowledge of Management), Volume 01, Issue 01, March 2026.
People
Centre Members
21 faculty members across BBSR, PKD, and VZM campuses. RC Coordinator: Dr. Shiv Sankar Das.
🏙️ BBSR Campus — School of Management (11 Members)
SP
Dr. Supriya Pattanayak
Professor
Management
School of Management
SM
Dr. Smita Mishra Panda
Professor
Management
School of Management
SD
Dr. Shiv Sankar Das
Asst. Professor
Management
School of Management
RC Coordinator
RA
Dr. Rajani Agrawalla
Asst. Professor
Management
School of Management
RM
Dr. Ronismita Mishra
Asst. Professor
Management
School of Management
JS
Dr. Jyotirmayee Sahoo
Asst. Professor
Management
School of Management
PS
Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sahoo
Asst. Professor
Management
School of Management
MP
Ms. Madhusmita Pattanaik
Asst. Professor
English
School of Management
MH
Dr. Mangvung Hemmalal Haokip
Asst. Professor
English
School of Management
DJ
Ms. Debadeepti Jagaty
Asst. Professor
Management
School of Management
AN
Dr. Ajay Kumar Nayak
Professor
Management
School of Management
🌾 PKD Campus — School of Management & Agriculture (7 Members)
AP
Dr. Anita Patra
Professor
Management
School of Management
KR
Dr. S. Kameswar Rao
Associate Professor
Management
School of Management
AD
Dr. Atanu Deb
Associate Professor
Agricultural Extension Education
MSSoA
AK
Dr. Ashok Kumar
Associate Professor
Agricultural Extension Education
MSSoA
IR
Dr. Idemakanti Chandrakanth Reddy
Asst. Professor
Agricultural Economics & Statistics
MSSoA
SH
Dr. Saddam Hossen Majumder
Asst. Professor
Agricultural Economics & Statistics
MSSoA
VP
Mr. Veer Pratap
CEO
Management
School of Management
Centre CEO
🏫 VZM Campus — School of Management (3 Members)
BS
Prof. Babu Shankar
Professor
Management
School of Management
AJ
Prof. Anil Kumar Jonnalagadda
Dean (Extension, Skills & Incubation)
Management
CUTMAP
MC
Dr. Mohanbabu Chappa
Associate Dean
Management
CUTMAP
Partnerships
Research Collaborations
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Norwegian Centre for International Cooperation in Education
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ICSSR — Indian Council of Social Science Research
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ANRF — Anusandhan National Research Foundation
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Bharat Rural Livelihood Foundation (BRLF)
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GITAM University — Rural Immersion Partnership
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DTET & DHSE, Govt. of Odisha
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NAPSWI & OPSWA — Social Work Associations
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Government Policy Bodies & Planning Agencies
Visual Archive
Photo Gallery
58 photographs documenting RC activities — May 2025 to April 2026.
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